Author: Sue Wilson

Sue’s Views 

Is the way ahead looking a little unclear? Answers to prayer don’t always come as a ‘yes’ or a ‘no’ ….. sometimes it’s a ‘not now’ ….. sometimes it’s just silence. Remember that your life is a very small part of a very big picture. That doesn’t mean it’s not significant or important to God ….. it just means there may be things He needs to clear from the path before He gives you the ‘go ahead’! Always remember ….. he has your very best interests at heart ….. and where you are right now ….. is right where He wants you!

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If your world has been turned upside down ….. and it feels like nothing will ever be the same ….. remember that ‘not even one sparrow will fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And you are far more valuable than a sparrow.’ He will provide for you while He is working out your situation. Even when we can’t see it ….. or feel it ….. He’s working! He never stops working!

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Do you know someone who is struggling with life? People tend to isolate themselves when things get tough. Maybe you could be their ‘bridge over troubled water’. By reaching out and giving them an opportunity to talk …..you can make a huge difference. Don’t let your own inadequacy stop you. They often only need a listening ear!

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In order to take this photo ….. I had to position myself so that the tree blocked the sun. Otherwise it would have been too bright. Obviously the sun is a lot bigger than the tree! I wonder what relatively small thing is blocking you from being able to receive God’s light? Shame from the past ….. a lie you  are believing ….. an idol of some sort you are putting before Him? Whatever it is ….. you need to see it in perspective. By simply taking one step ….. that thing will no longer be in the way ….. and God’s light will shine through to you.

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How flexible are you? If plans change suddenly ….. does it throw you? If your routine is disrupted ….. can you adapt? Some of us are more task focussed than people focussed …..   and see people as interruptions to our ‘to do’ list. Others are so ‘go with the flow’ that nothing gets done! It helps to commit each day to God. He alone know the plans He has for us. If His ‘to do’ list is ticked ….. that’s a day well spent!

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We all have a past! Some of it holds memories we regret and would rather forget. And some of it holds those precious golden memories we want to hold onto ….. and pass on to our loved ones. Both kinds are part of who we are now! Our loved ones can benefit as much from our mistakes ….. as from our glory moments. Don’t be afraid to share your story. It’s your finest lesson ….. and no one can argue with it!

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The valley of the shadow of death is not a place we would choose to walk through ….. but for most of us it will be a part of our journey. However ….. there is much to be learned there. Firstly ….. a valley is a low lying area between hills or mountains. It takes you through something that would otherwise be insurmountable. Secondly ….. it’s only a shadow of death. Shadows can be eerie ….. but they are not the real thing. They appear bigger than the real thing ….. but they have no substance. Shadows are also proof that there is light even though you can’t see it. Thirdly ….. it is a place where we are assured of God’s presence. He said ‘When you walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will be with you. My rod and my staff will comfort you.’ If you are in that valley ….. look for the One who is with you every step of the journey.

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Do you have a dream ….. something you know you were born to do? Have people ….. or circumstances ….. squashed your dream? Does it seem less likely now to be fulfilled? Well let me remind you that the dream is in the seed! God put it there!  It’s still there along with the potential to make it happen. It doesn’t depend on what others say ….. or circumstances ….. unless you let it! Don’t give up on your dream ….. If it’s God’s plan for you ….. it will happen!

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There are many reasons why things may seem unclear ….. but before you rush off to Specsavers ….. take a step back. Our brains are constantly overloaded with information. This can cause sleeplessness ….. anxiety ….. inadequate diet ….. and health issues. So before you blame it on brain fog ….. baby brain ….. or senior moments ….. take a break! Go for a walk ….. play some restful music ….. or have a nap. Once the mist clears ….. it’s usually a beautiful day!

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Ducks amuse me by the way they can sleep standing up! It’s a wonderful picture of a peaceful life. Rest is a valuable quality. It’s the ability to take a break from the busyness of the world around us …..  knowing it will still be there when we wake up ….. but also knowing we will be better equipped to handle it. Peace and rest to you all today!